2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 2009 Mazda 5

To start off, both 2009 Ferrari F430 and 2009 Mazda 5 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (503 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 5. (151 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 5 weights approximately 92 kg more than 2009 Ferrari F430.

Because 2009 Ferrari F430 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ferrari F430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ferrari F430 (470 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 5. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 5.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ferrari F430 2009 Mazda 5
Make Ferrari Mazda
Model F430 5
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4308 cc 2260 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 503 HP 151 HP
Engine RPM 8500 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 470 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 5250 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.8:1 9.7:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1458 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1760 mm